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CUZICAN_RYDA · 08-06-2008, 12:45 AM

I have no Idea where I am suppose to be. I just bought this truck off an older gentleman and all I know is that it is a 1976 Chevy Silverado. Here are some pics.

Square84 · 08-06-2008, 12:51 AM

truck looks good i cant really see it but it looks like the motor has a serpintine belt setup like the 86-87 engines had?

CUZICAN_RYDA · 08-06-2008, 01:00 AM

What exactly does my truck classify as? This is my first ever Chevy is this a C-10, K-20. I'm sorry if this seems odd But I'm new to the bowtie lifestyle. Just trying to learn all that I can.

Square84 · 08-06-2008, 02:17 AM

well it looks like a c10 2wheel drive 1/2 ton

CUZICAN_RYDA · 08-06-2008, 02:38 AM

Thanks for clarifying. The guy told me the engine was the smallest crate motor chevy made and was pulled out of a 64 impala and rebuilt.

D13 · 08-06-2008, 06:28 AM

C (R 87+) is 2wd, K (V 87+) is 4wd, 10 or 15=1/2 ton, 20 or 25 = 3/4 ton. First series are 73-80 and second are 81-87. The big difference is in the front metal and the interior (heaeadlight switch, power windows, delay wiper, etc).
Welcome to the wonderful world of simple modern trucks.

If you post the first portion of your VIN (not the last 6 numbers) someone will help you determine what it is. Also in the glove box there may be an option sheet. I see you have a tilt wheel at least.

babyJay · 08-06-2008, 07:32 AM

It appears as though someone has put a 78-79 front clip on it, if in fact it's a 76. Also, not sure I ever saw a Silverado without side trim, so maybe someone shaved the trim off for a more modern paint job.
Last but not least, nice ride! I love green trucks!

TexasJeff · 08-06-2008, 07:45 AM

Baby Jay is right, the headlight bezels and grill are off a 79 or 80. The one mirror that is left looks to be from 76, the older tripod style. It seems strange that it is a Silverado with the plastic mat instead of carpet. No serpintine belt system Square84, very similar to my 80, but mine has aftermarket A/C on it. Looks like you may have a mixed mutt, but very solid start I wish my was that nice when I started. I also believe that 79/80s had gas tank doors and your has just a cap like the older models had.

CUZICAN_RYDA · 08-06-2008, 08:30 AM

It's interesting that you say that. This truck was donated to the vocational center to be used as a project truck for the mechanics in the shop class. Guess the name I picked for the truck is a perfect pick. "ENIGMA"

seanconnery · 08-06-2008, 10:15 AM

First off, welcome to the boards from the wilderness of Towson, MD. Someone correct me here, but when I was reading through the GM Performance Parts catalog that I have as a PDF file on my pc, there was a paragraph that described the early "crate motors". Didn't they offer a 283 and a 327 as a crate motor? Look at the valve covers too. The "Chevrolet" logo is in cursive, which looks like it could have been from a 283 or 327, right?

**old Rusty C10** · 08-06-2008, 11:03 AM

nice start to a project looks like some body work was done.. which is prolly why the chrome is not there as well as the right side mirror
what are the plans for the truck?

TexasJeff · 08-06-2008, 04:48 PM

SeanConnery you are right, those are valve covers that were used on the old 283 and 327's. The onlt thing is those older valve covers had no holes in for a breather if I am not mistaken, and it looks like both these have holes in them.
The older 283 and 327's did not use the newer PVC valve system.

Square84 · 08-06-2008, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by TexasJeff

Baby Jay is right, the headlight bezels and grill are off a 79 or 80. The one mirror that is left looks to be from 76, the older tripod style. It seems strange that it is a Silverado with the plastic mat instead of carpet. No serpintine belt system Square84, very similar to my 80, but mine has aftermarket A/C on it. Looks like you may have a mixed mutt, but very solid start I wish my was that nice when I started. I also believe that 79/80s had gas tank doors and your has just a cap like the older models had.

my buddys 86 has a factory serp belt that runs the water pump, crank, and alternator. looks like what he has. also on his 86 the power steering is still a v-belt.

**N2TRUX** · 08-06-2008, 07:51 PM

Welcome to the forum CUZICAN_RYDA. Take your shoes off and rest a while. You just found your new home away from home...

CUZICAN_RYDA · 08-08-2008, 08:34 PM

Hey guys thanks all of you. The engine is a 283 I beleive. Also some of the things that don't look right on the motor is probably because there were some things taken from a corvette. Im not really sure about alot on this truck however as soon as I can I will post pics of the first part of the vin# so someone can set the record straight on my "mixed mutt" of a truck.

Pyrotechnic · 08-08-2008, 09:57 PM

I like that color. Get us some pics with it washed and waxed, I bet it looks really nice !

Hoods69BadBowTie · 08-08-2008, 11:11 PM

Sweet nice looking truck!! I like it.

killthewabbit · 08-08-2008, 11:31 PM

It sounds awesome. I'm really digging those hubcaps, but I'm a little weird. Must be my spear and magic helmet.

Welcome to the board, dude.

08-06-2008, 12:45 AM	#1
CUZICAN_RYDA Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: "The Park", Maryland Posts: 29	Where Should I be? I have no Idea where I am suppose to be. I just bought this truck off an older gentleman and all I know is that it is a 1976 Chevy Silverado. Here are some pics.

08-06-2008, 12:51 AM	#2
Square84 I don't think these pills work Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: burkburnett,Tx Posts: 626	Re: Where Should I be? truck looks good i cant really see it but it looks like the motor has a serpintine belt setup like the 86-87 engines had? __________________ SQUARE84 90 SUBURBAN

08-06-2008, 01:00 AM	#3
CUZICAN_RYDA Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: "The Park", Maryland Posts: 29	Re: Where Should I be? What exactly does my truck classify as? This is my first ever Chevy is this a C-10, K-20. I'm sorry if this seems odd But I'm new to the bowtie lifestyle. Just trying to learn all that I can.

08-06-2008, 02:17 AM	#4
Square84 I don't think these pills work Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: burkburnett,Tx Posts: 626	Re: Where Should I be? well it looks like a c10 2wheel drive 1/2 ton __________________ SQUARE84 90 SUBURBAN

08-06-2008, 02:38 AM	#5
CUZICAN_RYDA Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: "The Park", Maryland Posts: 29	Re: Where Should I be? Thanks for clarifying. The guy told me the engine was the smallest crate motor chevy made and was pulled out of a 64 impala and rebuilt. __________________ Enigma comin '09 Low-Riders.com Last edited by CUZICAN_RYDA; 08-06-2008 at 02:39 AM.

08-06-2008, 06:28 AM	#6
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: Where Should I be? C (R 87+) is 2wd, K (V 87+) is 4wd, 10 or 15=1/2 ton, 20 or 25 = 3/4 ton. First series are 73-80 and second are 81-87. The big difference is in the front metal and the interior (heaeadlight switch, power windows, delay wiper, etc). Welcome to the wonderful world of simple modern trucks. If you post the first portion of your VIN (not the last 6 numbers) someone will help you determine what it is. Also in the glove box there may be an option sheet. I see you have a tilt wheel at least. __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors Last edited by D13; 08-06-2008 at 06:30 AM.

08-06-2008, 07:32 AM	#7
babyJay Arrived on a Pale Horse Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SnagTown Indiana Posts: 2,524	Re: Where Should I be? It appears as though someone has put a 78-79 front clip on it, if in fact it's a 76. Also, not sure I ever saw a Silverado without side trim, so maybe someone shaved the trim off for a more modern paint job. Last but not least, nice ride! I love green trucks! __________________ Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW

08-06-2008, 07:45 AM	#8
TexasJeff Don't Crush em Restore em Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Pinehurst, Texas Posts: 764	Re: Where Should I be? Baby Jay is right, the headlight bezels and grill are off a 79 or 80. The one mirror that is left looks to be from 76, the older tripod style. It seems strange that it is a Silverado with the plastic mat instead of carpet. No serpintine belt system Square84, very similar to my 80, but mine has aftermarket A/C on it. Looks like you may have a mixed mutt, but very solid start I wish my was that nice when I started. I also believe that 79/80s had gas tank doors and your has just a cap like the older models had. __________________ TexasJeff 2009 Silver with Linen Interior Cadillac DTS 1990 Red with White Top and Interior Ford Mustang GT convertible 1998 Red with Gray Interior, C3500 Chevy Crew Cab Dually

08-06-2008, 08:30 AM	#9
CUZICAN_RYDA Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: "The Park", Maryland Posts: 29	Re: Where Should I be? It's interesting that you say that. This truck was donated to the vocational center to be used as a project truck for the mechanics in the shop class. Guess the name I picked for the truck is a perfect pick. "ENIGMA" __________________ Enigma comin '09 Low-Riders.com

08-06-2008, 10:15 AM	#10
seanconnery Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Towson, MD Posts: 197	Re: Where Should I be? First off, welcome to the boards from the wilderness of Towson, MD. Someone correct me here, but when I was reading through the GM Performance Parts catalog that I have as a PDF file on my pc, there was a paragraph that described the early "crate motors". Didn't they offer a 283 and a 327 as a crate motor? Look at the valve covers too. The "Chevrolet" logo is in cursive, which looks like it could have been from a 283 or 327, right? __________________ G to the M to the C......fool! RIP Jerry Reed "The Snowman"

08-06-2008, 11:03 AM	#11
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,307	Re: Where Should I be? nice start to a project looks like some body work was done.. which is prolly why the chrome is not there as well as the right side mirror what are the plans for the truck? __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

08-06-2008, 04:48 PM	#12
TexasJeff Don't Crush em Restore em Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Pinehurst, Texas Posts: 764	Re: Where Should I be? SeanConnery you are right, those are valve covers that were used on the old 283 and 327's. The onlt thing is those older valve covers had no holes in for a breather if I am not mistaken, and it looks like both these have holes in them. The older 283 and 327's did not use the newer PVC valve system. __________________ TexasJeff 2009 Silver with Linen Interior Cadillac DTS 1990 Red with White Top and Interior Ford Mustang GT convertible 1998 Red with Gray Interior, C3500 Chevy Crew Cab Dually

08-06-2008, 07:51 PM	#14
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Where Should I be? Welcome to the forum CUZICAN_RYDA. Take your shoes off and rest a while. You just found your new home away from home... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

08-08-2008, 08:34 PM	#15
CUZICAN_RYDA Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: "The Park", Maryland Posts: 29	Re: Where Should I be? Hey guys thanks all of you. The engine is a 283 I beleive. Also some of the things that don't look right on the motor is probably because there were some things taken from a corvette. Im not really sure about alot on this truck however as soon as I can I will post pics of the first part of the vin# so someone can set the record straight on my "mixed mutt" of a truck. __________________ Enigma comin '09 Low-Riders.com

08-08-2008, 09:57 PM	#16
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: Where Should I be? I like that color. Get us some pics with it washed and waxed, I bet it looks really nice ! __________________ 1977 GMC Sierra Grande



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08-08-2008, 11:11 PM	#17
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: Where Should I be? Sweet nice looking truck!! I like it. __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

08-08-2008, 11:31 PM	#18
killthewabbit Spear and magic helmet! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,226	Re: Where Should I be? It sounds awesome. I'm really digging those hubcaps, but I'm a little weird. Must be my spear and magic helmet. Welcome to the board, dude. __________________ -- Will

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